It’s a story that breaks your heart – a loss so sudden, so unexpected, it’s left a family in turmoil, grasping for answers they may never get. Josie Gibson, the beloved This Morning host, has opened up about the devastating loss of her baby cousin, Rosie, who tragically passed away at just two years old.
A year has passed since that fateful night in May 2025 when Rosie, a healthy, happy child, was put to bed as usual… and never woke up. The family was shattered. There are no words for the agony that comes with the loss of a child, and even more so when no explanation can be found. The question echoes in the hearts of all those who loved Rosie: Why?
Josie, known for her bubbly, cheerful persona on-screen, shared her personal heartbreak this week in an emotional video posted on Instagram. With raw vulnerability, Josie highlighted the heartbreaking story of her cousin Lori, who lost her daughter in the most cruel and inexplicable way imaginable. It’s a pain that still haunts the family to this day – and one that has touched the hearts of everyone who has heard the story.
“Last May 11th, my daughter Rosie was two and a half. She was put to sleep completely well and healthy… and didn’t make it through to the next day,” said Lori, her voice trembling as she recounted the tragedy.
A child, taken away in the most sudden and devastating way imaginable. The loss ripples through the family, and the grief has stretched far beyond the confines of their home, touching friends, neighbours, and even the wider community.
For Josie, the pain is personal. “Rosie passed away overnight unexpectedly. Our family still does not have answers, and we may never get them…” Josie revealed in the caption, her voice heavy with sorrow. Despite the deep sadness, she emphasized that this loss was not just about them – there are so many families out there who face the same heartbreaking reality. It is a cruel nightmare that far too many parents live through, and Josie, in her own way, is determined to help.
In an act of incredible generosity and love, Josie has thrown her weight behind a fundraising effort to support families who are experiencing the same unimaginable loss. The charity, SUDC UK, is close to her heart, as it supports those left reeling from the sudden, unexplained death of their children.
“I’ve seen first-hand how this organization has been a lifeline for Lori, Ash, and Emmi, and so many others,” Josie shared. “Without them, they would have been lost.”
Josie’s plea to her followers is simple but powerful: Please, help us make a difference. Even the smallest donation, just £1, can have a profound impact. The family is fundraising to help raise awareness and provide support for families living through this horrific experience.
“Please consider sharing this post or donating yourselves,” Josie urged, her voice a beacon of hope amidst the heartache. “If you’re at the Bristol Half Marathon this Sunday, give Cydney a cheer. On behalf of bereaved families out there, Lori and the family are so grateful for your help.”
A year has passed since the devastating loss of Rosie, and the pain is still fresh, still raw. But Josie’s message is one of strength, resilience, and hope. In a world that often feels filled with tragedy, it is the kindness, love, and generosity of others that will make all the difference.
If you’re moved by this heart-wrenching story, please consider contributing to the cause, and together, we can offer a lifeline to families facing the unimaginable.
Rosie may be gone, but her memory will live on in every person who helps make a change in her name. The family may never get the answers they seek, but they have a community of people who care, who are willing to stand with them in their grief, and help them carry the weight of the loss.
We can’t undo the pain – but together, we can offer hope, love, and support. For Lori, for Josie, for every family in need, let’s make sure they don’t walk this journey alone.
